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1213 Townsend STREET, La Crosse, WI, 54601

4beds
3baths
3,207sqft
$540,000
$168price/sqft
$4,187/moest. monthly cost
$167,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-bath home located directly on the Mississippi River near excellent fishing. This open-concept home offers spacious living areas on both the main and lower levels, providing room for everyone. The main living room opens to a deck with river views, while the lower-level living space walks out to a patio for easy indoor-outdoor living. Numerous updates include new windows, siding, doors, roof, wood floors, sinks, fireplace, and a newer shed. Attached three-car garage with plenty of space for storage and river gear. Enjoy a private waterfront setting with a shared dock featuring two designated boat slips. No association fees, no covenants, quiet neighborhood, and potential for short-term rental use. Inspection done and move in ready!!

Getting Around

50
WalkingCar-Dependent
27
TransitSome Transit
59
BikeBikeable

Schools

2/10
Hintgen Elementary SchoolGrades PK-51.7 mi
4/10
Longfellow Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
7/10
Central High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: 21+ Years
  • Year built: 1987

Materials

  • Construction materials: Stone,Brick/Stone,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Contemporary
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Full,Full Size Windows,Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Exposed

Bathroom

  • Features: Tub Only,Ceramic Tile,Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower,Shower Over Tub,Shower Stall

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182

Bedroom3

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 216

Bedroom4

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 72

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132

Family Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 252

Features

  • High Speed Internet,Cathedral/vaulted ceiling,Walk-In Closet(s),Kitchen Island
  • Flooring: Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Multiple Units
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Multi Units

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,207
  • Total interior livable area: 3,207 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 192

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 350

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 299

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 017050030036
  • Zoning: Res
  • Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property.

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
  • Exterior features: Boat Slip
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Deeded Water Access,Water Access/Rights,Waterfront,Boat Ramp/Lift,River
  • Living area range: 3001-3500,2501 or more

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.30 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Basement Access,Built-in under Home,Garage Door Opener,Attached,3 Car
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Wisconsin Counties

Flood
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,730$32,760
Home Insurance *$269$3,228
Property Taxes $887$10,644
Electricity $301$3,616
Total$4,187$50,244
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$143,554/yr
40% on housing$125,610/yr
45% on housing$111,653/yr

Wisconsin FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 5,246Commercial: 198
Total Premiums$4.55M
Total Exposure$860.28M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.4%
9.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.6%
3.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -3.4%
-3.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$168This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 54601$162
La Crosse County$186

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 54601$158
La Crosse County$164

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-29Price change$585,000
2026-03-26Price change$600,000
2026-03-10Price change$630,000
2026-02-04Listed for sale$650,000
2026-01-01Listing removed$650,000
2025-09-02Price change$650,000
2025-08-01Listed for sale$699,900
2025-07-24Pending sale$699,900
2025-07-21Listed for sale$699,900
2015-09-24Sold$215,000
2015-06-02Listed for sale$229,900
2015-04-09Listing removed$229,900
2015-02-25Price change$229,900
2014-06-03Price change$239,500
2013-11-07Price change$244,900
2013-09-04Price change$249,900
2013-03-05Listed for sale$259,900
2013-01-02Listing removed$259,000
2012-03-21Listed for sale$259,000
2012-01-02Listing removed$274,900
2010-04-22Listed for sale$274,900
2010-01-03Listing removed$279,900
2009-02-14Price change$279,900
2009-01-22Price change$299,900
2008-08-24Listed for sale$319,900
2007-05-25Sold$143,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentRachel Strasser
BrokerageNextHome Prime Real Estate

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